What is Alkali-Activated Concrete (AAC)?
The Constructor
MAY 15, 2021
Alkali-activated concrete (AAC) is defined as a class of cement-free concrete that is an alternative to Portland cement concrete (PCC). In AAC, the.
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GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
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GEOPOLYMER CONCRETE – ECOFRIENDLY CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 21, 2014
Geopolymer concrete is an innovative and ecofriendly construction material and an alternative to Portland cement concrete. Concrete Technology Special Concrete Concrete Types special concrete' Use of geopolymer reduces.
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Grades of Ordinary Portland Cement Based on IS Codes
The Constructor
APRIL 7, 2019
Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is the most widely used cement in the construction world. It is the basic ingredient for producing concrete, mortar,
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Ordinary Portland Cement – Manufacture, Properties, Types and Uses
The Constructor
AUGUST 10, 2018
Ordinary Portland cement is one of the most widely used type of Cement. In 1824 Joseph Aspdin gave the name as Portland cement as it has similarity.
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Applications of Rice Husk Ash in Building Constructions
The Constructor
MARCH 8, 2020
Rice husk ash (RHA) plays two roles in concrete constructions. The first role is using rice husk as a substitute for Portland cement which leads to.
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Portland Cement Uses | How to Use Portland Cement | What Is Portland Cement Used for | How Is Portland Cement Made | Why Is It Called Portland Cement
CivilJungle
JANUARY 1, 2021
Portland Cement Uses. In construction, there have many more uses for Portland cement. They are – Portland cement is now widely used in construction to make concrete. This cement exists the maximum of concrete masonry units. We can use this cement for a general construction purpose.
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C-Crete's Zeolite Concrete Binder Debuts in Seattle
ENR Construction
DECEMBER 26, 2023
Field test of portland cement-free binder for concrete shows promise, says structural engineer.
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Ordinary Portland Cement – Manufacture, Properties, Types and Uses
The Constructor
AUGUST 10, 2018
Ordinary Portland cement is one of the most widely used type of Cement. In 1824 Joseph Aspdin gave the name as Portland cement as it has similarity.
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Complete Guide on Grades of Concrete
Learn Civil Engineering
OCTOBER 3, 2020
Today, we will discuss grades of concrete, concrete mix ratios, uses, and many other things related to grades of concrete. First, let me tell you what you mean by the word concrete. Concrete Meaning Concrete is the paste made by mixing Portland cement, sand, fine or coarse aggregates, and water proportionally.
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What Is PPC Cement | Uses of Portland Pozzolana Cement | Types of Pozzolana Materials | Properties of Portland Pozzolana Cement | Advantages & Disadvantages of Portland Pozzolana Cement
CivilJungle
MARCH 19, 2021
Portland Pozzolana cement is an incorporated cement produced in that certain ratio by the synthesis and characterization of OPC cement from pozzolana materials. PPC type cement is a form of Portland cement distinguished by the existence of pozzolana particles such as fly powder , volcanic ash, that is applied to OPC by 15percent to 35%.
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What Is PPC Cement | Uses of Portland Pozzolana Cement | Types of Pozzolana Materials | Properties of Portland Pozzolana Cement | Advantages & Disadvantages of Portland Pozzolana Cement
CivilJungle
MARCH 19, 2021
Portland Pozzolana cement is an incorporated cement produced in that certain ratio by the synthesis and characterization of OPC cement from pozzolana materials. PPC type cement is a form of Portland cement distinguished by the existence of pozzolana particles such as fly powder , volcanic ash, that is applied to OPC by 15percent to 35%.
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52 Uses of Different Types Portland Cement
The Constructor
OCTOBER 28, 2019
Portland cement is an excellent building material generally used for its excellent binding properties giving strength to structural elements.
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7 Uses of Natural Pozzolans in Concrete Applications [PDF]
The Constructor
APRIL 29, 2020
Pozzolans can be blended with lime (or Portland cement) to produce blended cements that can replace pure Portland cement commonly used in building.
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All About Green Concrete | What Is Environmentally Friendly Concrete
CivilJungle
JUNE 27, 2022
Introduction of Green Concrete. In the history of the concrete world, green concrete is a revolution topic in Denmark; it was first invented in 1998. With the color green concrete has nothing to do. To make the system more sustainable, green concrete eco-friendly materials are used. What Is a Green Concrete?
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What is Portland Cement and How is it Used in Construction
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 9, 2019
What is Portland Cement The Portland Cement is a particular type of cementing material used in building construction. This blend, when subjected to water, hardens up and when it is hard, mimics the portland stone in color. The Portland Stone is found in quarries in Portland, Dorset in England initially.
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Portland Pozzolana Cement – Manufacture, Properties and Uses
The Constructor
AUGUST 7, 2018
Portland Pozzolana cement is integrated cement which is formed by synthesising OPC cement with pozzolanic materials in a certain proportion.
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Fly Ash in Concrete | Advantages & Disadvantages of Fly Ash concrete | Use of Fly Ash in Concrete | Applications for Fly Ash concrete | Benefits of Fly Ash Concrete
CivilJungle
MAY 1, 2021
When combined with lime and water, fly ash creates a similar composition to Portland cement. This renders fly ash ideal as a raw material for mixed cement , mosaic tiles , and hollow bricks , among many other construction materials. Fly Ash in Concrete. Fly ash in concrete provides good use of portal cement hydration products.
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Sugar in Concrete | Effect of Sugar on Concrete Strength | Sugar as a Concrete Surface Retarder | Addition of Sugar in Concrete Results in Setting Time
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
Sugar in Concrete: Cement and Concrete are the foremost paramount engineering materials. Tyrannical weather conditions play indispensable roles on the traits of concrete. Continuous change in weather conditions results in a change of initial setting time of concrete. Concrete gets brawny as it grows older over time.
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Different grades of Ordinary Portland cement
Construction Cost Estimating
APRIL 12, 2019
Ordinary Portland Cement(OPC) is extensively utilized in the construction sectors as primary component for developing concrete, mortar, stucco, and non-specialty grouts. Ordinary Portland Cement is graded on the basis of its strength. Grades of Ordinary Portland Cement - The following grades of OPC are available: 1.
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What Is Concrete Resurfacing | How to Resurface Concrete | Concrete Resurfacing Material | Concrete Repair and Resurfacing
CivilJungle
JANUARY 3, 2021
What Is Concrete Resurfacing? Concrete resurfacing is the process to provide a brand new look to damaged concrete. In the process of resurfacing of concrete, a concrete coating is applied on the surface of existing concrete. Types of concrete resurfacing-. Concrete Crack Repair. Floor top STG.
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All About Transportation of Concrete | What Is Transportation of Concrete | Methods for Transportation of Concrete
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 5, 2022
What Is Transportation of Concrete? Transportation of concrete is a process where we move freshly prepared concrete from one place to another place. Generally, we move concrete to that place where that concrete need to be dumped for structural construction purpose. Methods for Transportation of Concrete.
Sustainably built environments: specifying low-carbon concrete
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 17, 2022
With buildings accounting for nearly 40 percent of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, according to the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), it is understandable why such an immense focus is being placed on them in the quest to achieve net-zero emission targets by 2050. Sustainability attributes of concrete.
Concrete’s cobra effect: unintended results of embodied carbon reduction
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2023
Recent efforts in North America to reduce embodied carbon in concrete are similar to British solutions to eradicate cobras in colonial India. Concrete is similarly suffering from too simple solutions in solving the complex problem of reducing embodied carbon. They have not updated their approach to documentation nor installation.
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Types of Concrete Blocks
CivilJungle
JANUARY 20, 2022
Introduction of Concrete Blocks. Concrete blocks are widely known as Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) This type of concrete blocks have some advantages with compare to brick and stone masonry blocks. This concrete blocks may be solid in shape or hollow. Also, read: What Is Concrete | 31 Different Types of Concrete.
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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2012
Cleanliness: when repairing concrete, care must be taken to remove any dirt or dust that will prevent the repair concrete bonding with the parent concrete. Expediency: The longer the repair is left, the more work has to be done, and the less likely that the repair will blend in.
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What Is Mass Concrete | Properties of Mass Concrete | Advantage of Mass Concrete | Disadvantage of Mass Concrete |How Much Mass Density of Concrete
CivilJungle
MARCH 13, 2021
Mass Concrete: Large bridge piers , foundations , and such as dams like the massive structure , the mass concreting technique is used. For also, mass concrete strength , economy, uniformity, and other factors considered should take into account. The temperature shrinkage is the major problem in mass concrete work.
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Lower-Carbon Cement Called LC3 Is Promising, Experts Say
ENR Construction
JULY 12, 2023
Boosters for a more sustainably produced cement, which slashes greenhouse gas emissions up to 40% compared to ordinary portland cement production, say the material, called limestone calcined clay cement, is the next best embodied carbon reducer for concrete since portland limestone cement.
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Which Cement Is Best for House Construction | Different Types of Cement and Use
CivilJungle
JULY 3, 2020
Which Cement Is Best for House Construction? Which Cement is Best for House Construction is a common question to ask people who are thinking about constructing a new home themselves. Must think about this question Which Cement is Best for House Construction. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). OPC Benefits. •
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RCCFull Form | What Is RCC | Advantages & Disadvantages of Reinforced Cement Concrete | Properties of RCC | What Does RCC Stands for
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 7, 2021
Introduction of RCC ( Reinforced Cement Concrete). Concrete is a versatile material which is widely used for the construction of structures. RCC full form is Reinforced cement concrete. In this article, you will get to know all about RCC Construction and Advantages and Disadvantages of Reinforced cement concrete.
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Ready mix concrete life cycle
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 3, 2020
Ready mix concrete life cycle. Concrete producers can leverage advanced concrete admixtures , predictive analytics tools, and more to improve efficiency, from materials management to batching to concrete delivery. Concrete mix design. Concrete admixtures help to enable the use of these alternate pozzolans … more.
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UK Researchers Scale-up Emission-free Cement Trials
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Cambridge Electric Cement uses cement paste from recycled concrete to replace the lime flux used in scrap steel recycling. Its slag can replace the clinker in portland cement.
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What Is Concrete | Different Types of Concrete
CivilJungle
APRIL 26, 2020
What Is Concrete? Concrete is the final product resulting from mixing cement , aggregates (including sand), water, and mixtures. The first use of concrete was by the Roman Empire. The Pantheon is the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, built-in 120 A.D. Different Types of Concrete. Dry lean Concrete.
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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate? Recycled concrete aggregates ( RACs ) are an alternative to the use in concrete of natural aggregates ( NA ). Recycled concrete aggregates ( RCA ) are aggregates produced by clean concrete waste that must contain very low amounts of other building waste – less than a few percent.
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52 CONCRETE CURING METHODS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 21, 2011
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At World of Concrete 2020, PCA Economic Forecast Sees Continued Growth
ENR Construction
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Alongside swarms of contractors and other industry professionals pouring in to see the latest in concrete equipment, tools and products at the annual World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas, the Portland Cement Association released a relatively rosy economic forecast for 2020 into 2021.
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What is Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC)?
Civil Engi
MAY 31, 2021
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) is a type of calcifies concrete compose of natural raw materials. An architect first combined the conventional concrete mixture of cement, lime, water, and sand with a small amount of aluminum powder. And the result is concrete that consists of almost 80 present air.
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COMPOSITION OF REACTIVE POWDER CONCRETE (RPC)
The Constructor
DECEMBER 17, 2011
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Hempcrete Vs Concrete | What Is Hempcrete | What Is Concrete
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 19, 2020
It is also known as hemp-concrete. Hemp is an agricultural crop that is used for construction material the combination of lime and cement. Hempcrete is basically a bio-based Construction material that is widely used to build, renovate, and restore various types of structures. What Is Concrete? Hempcrete Vs Concrete.
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Deshuttering Time | When to Remove Concrete Forms | Concrete Formwork Removal Time | Earliest Time to Remove Concrete Forms | When To Strip Concrete Forms
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
When to Remove Concrete Forms ? Concrete forms are steel or aluminum mould in which concrete is poured to manufacture many structures like columns , slabs , beams , and many other types of cement structures. To reduce the construction cost the steel or aluminum types of mould are used.
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CELLULAR LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE?FLY ASH BASED
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 22, 2011
It has many advantages when compared to the normal conventional concrete. Fly ash is considered as one of the waste industrial product that cannot be easily disposed.
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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE
The Constructor
MARCH 25, 2012
Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame.
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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design
BD+C
DECEMBER 4, 2023
4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:04 Airports Here are some of the key trends Skanska is seeing in the aviation sector, from congestion solutions to sustainability. Portland International Airport.
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Segregation of Concrete- Causes and prohibition
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 24, 2019
Concrete is a paste of sand and cement which helps to bind the building, but sometimes this concrete gets segregated due to some reasons which can be prevented easily. According to popular belief, concrete and cement is not the same thing; cement is actually just a part of concrete.
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